New funding opportunity added to the database. Not directly applicable for municipalities, but could be useful if they partner with local nonprofits or registered charities:
Trail Maintenance Grant: Supports community groups with trail upkeep, infrastructure repairs and emergency restoration. Covers up to 50% of costs. Applications open April 1 – December 1, 2025.
Digital Citizen Contribution Program: Funding from Canadian Heritage to counter online disinformation and harmful content. Awards up to $380,000 per project. Deadline: August 22, 2025 (currently closed; next intake TBD).
Indo-Pacific Regional Connectivity Envelope: Global Affairs Canada funding for Canadian organizations to deliver events, training, research and cultural/Indigenous initiatives with an Indo-Pacific partner. Municipalities cannot apply as leads but may participate through eligible partners. Grants range from $20,000 to $250,000. Deadline: September 18, 2025.
TD Ready Commitment: TD Bank Group provides community funding from $1,000 to over $1M for initiatives under four drivers: Connected Communities, Vibrant Planet, Financial Security and Better Health. Deadline: Applications accepted year-round, reviewed quarterly.
Atlantic Lottery – Community Initiatives Sponsorship: Sponsorship support for festivals, cultural celebrations and civic/charitable events across Atlantic Canada. Funding typically starts at $2,500. Quarterly deadlines: Dec 1, Mar 1, Jun 1, Sep 1.
UPDATE! Growth and Renewal for Infrastructure Development Program
New funding opportunities added to the database. Not directly applicable for municipalities, but could be useful if they partner with local nonprofits or community and cultural groups:
Culture Innovation Fund: Supports innovative arts, culture and heritage projects that strengthen organizational capacity and enhance community access. Up to $50,000 available. Continuous intake.
Affordable Housing Development Program: Funds new affordable rental housing through construction, conversions or preservation of vacant multi-unit buildings. Continuous intake.
